Proclamation
Honoring the 20th Anniversary of Café 1
WHEREAS, Café 1 has been a beloved Fort Bragg establishment since opening its doors in 2006, offering fresh, wholesome, and thoughtfully prepared meals to residents and visitors for two decades; and WHEREAS, Café 1 has become known for its commitment to healthy, sustainable, and locally inspired food, reflecting the values, creativity, and environmental consciousness of the Mendocino Coast; and WHEREAS, for twenty years Café 1 has served as a welcoming community gathering place, where friends, families, and neighbors come together to share good food, warm conversation, and a spirit of connection; and WHEREAS, the owners and staff of Café 1 have demonstrated exceptional dedication to customer service, local sourcing, and community wellbeing, contributing to the vitality of Fort Bragg’s local economy and culinary identity; and WHEREAS, Café 1 has supported local farmers, artisans, and food producers, helping to strengthen the resilience and sustainability of the region’s local food system; and WHEREAS, the continued success of Café 1 is a testament to the hard work, passion, and care of everyone who has been part of its operation, as well as the loyal customers who have embraced it for the last twenty years; and WHEREAS, the City of Fort Bragg celebrates and honors local businesses that enrich community life, strengthen local culture, and contribute to the enduring charm and character of our coastal city; and WHEREAS, the 20th anniversary of Café 1 is a significant milestone and an opportunity to recognize its positive impact and lasting presence in the community; NOW THEREFORE, I, Jason Godeke, Mayor of the City of Fort Bragg, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby recognize and congratulate Café 1 on the momentous occasion of its 20th Anniversary, and extend our deepest appreciation for their ongoing contributions to the Fort Bragg community.
SIGNED this 27th day of April 2026
JASON GODEKE, Mayor
ATTEST:
Diana Paoli, City Clerk
No. 18-2026